Just Another Federal Shut Down
I don’t know if “Lucky” is the right word for it. We have a National Parks Pass. But it wasn’t really needed as we cruised through the unmanned toll booths of both the Grand Canyon and Death Valley in a…
Lexi Goforth
Lexi lives in a truck camper down by the river.
Broken Arrow Trail
There is a reason for the hikes popularity. It's a relatively easy hike, good for all ages, and the views are AMAZING. Each elevation gain calls for another pause to take in the panoramic view. While the route is a 3.2 mile loop with moderate elevation gain, any distance along the trail is worth the view!
Circus World
Baraboo, Wisconsin is the historic home of the Ringling Brothers. Today, it is home to Circus World, a museum and amusement park that pays homage to the legendary brothers, their traveling attraction, and an industry that has delighted the world.
Cadillac Ranch
It's a road tripper's dream: yards away from historic Route 66 and a short walk into a pasture outside Amarillo, Texas is the quirky art installation of Cadillac Ranch.
How Many Solar Panels Should I Buy For My Truck Camper?
Shopping for solar panels is a daunting task. There are so many sizes, form factors, and brands as to make us want to throw up our hands and buy the first result on Amazon. And that can work, if solar…
Brins Mesa Trail
Sedona has so many trails in and among the brilliantly colored buttes that the choice of what to hike can be daunting. There are the classics—like Broken Arrow and Devil's Bridge—but the popularity of these shouldn't negate the many other trails. In fact, popularity and small parking lots can be a compelling reason to focus on alternate trails, especially later in the day.
National Route 66 Museum Complex
Route 66 is one of the few remaining and remembered byways from the early days of cross country motor travel. In a day before the interstate system and standardized routes—when motor clubs marked roads and popular thruways had their own name—Route 66 was the Mother Road.
Installing an Arctic Tern Roof Hatch
We bought at roof hatch for our camper. That is how it started. The reasons were many: we wanted ventilation over the bed, a second point of exit for safety, and easy roof access. Now we just have to install it.
Forest Road 525C
Like any tourist destination, finding a place to stay is a challenge. Most campgrounds are booked out in advance. But, if you have 4-wheel drive and a willingness to rough it without facilities, there are undeveloped campsites with amazing vistas along Forest Road 525C.
How To Befriend A Squirrel – Step 5
We had several chainsaws to cleanup the fallen tree and a wide range of woodworking tools for our Avion Build. So, when Cowboy decided to make a hawk-proof squirrel house, he had every tool at his disposal.